Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression: 2√2a³ - 16√2b³ + c³ + 12abc

Solution

The expression provided in the image is:

22a3162b3+c3+12abc2\sqrt{2a^3} - 16\sqrt{2b^3} + c^3 + 12abc

To simplify this expression, let's break it down step by step.

1. Simplifying the Square Root Terms

  • For 22a32\sqrt{2a^3}:

    • Recognize that a3=a2aa^3 = a^2 \cdot a, so a3=a2a=aa\sqrt{a^3} = \sqrt{a^2 \cdot a} = a\sqrt{a}.
    • Thus, 22a3=22aa2\sqrt{2a^3} = 2\sqrt{2} \cdot a\sqrt{a}.
  • For 162b3-16\sqrt{2b^3}:

    • Similarly, b3=bb\sqrt{b^3} = b\sqrt{b}.
    • Thus, 162b3=162bb-16\sqrt{2b^3} = -16\sqrt{2} \cdot b\sqrt{b}.

2. Combine All Terms

After simplifying, the expression can be rewritten as:

22aa162bb+c3+12abc2\sqrt{2} \cdot a\sqrt{a} - 16\sqrt{2} \cdot b\sqrt{b} + c^3 + 12abc

Final Expression

The expression in its simplified form is:

22aa162bb+c3+12abc2\sqrt{2} \cdot a\sqrt{a} - 16\sqrt{2} \cdot b\sqrt{b} + c^3 + 12abc

Would you like to further explore any part of this expression or have any questions?

Related Questions:

  1. How would the expression change if a=b=c=1a = b = c = 1?
  2. Can the expression be factored further?
  3. What happens if we substitute a=2a = 2, b=3b = 3, and c=4c = 4?
  4. How can we differentiate this expression with respect to aa?
  5. What is the significance of the square root in the context of this expression?

Tip:

When simplifying expressions involving square roots, always look for opportunities to break down the terms inside the square root to see if any factors can be taken outside.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Simplification
Square Roots
Exponents

Formulas

√(a^3) = a√a
√(b^3) = b√b

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12